* I do not compete. (If I am talking, you are not.)
Where do I sit?
- You will have an assigned seat.
- You are expected to be in your seat immediately upon entering the classroom and remain seated at all times unless given permission to be up.
- The desks are shared space among you and your classmates. You are to maintain these desks in pristine condition. Do NOT write on desktops! Also, respect one another and do not touch the equipment in your assigned desk unless it belongs to you.
At All Times...
- Respect -- Yourself, Your Teacher, Your/Other's Property, Your/Other's Work (NO cheating), The Classroom.
- Speak in Turn and Take Turns Speaking -- Raise your hand to speak and allow others the opportunity to respond to your words.
- Be Prepared -- Have all materials/assignments when you enter the room. *You must bring a "pleasure book" of your choosing for Sustained Silent Reading (SSR).
- Be Active -- Take responsibility for your own learning. Listen and participate actively in all discussions and activities.
- Ask Questions -- If you have a question, someone else is probably wondering the same thing.
- Try Your Best -- You will not always understand new concepts immediately, but make an effort to try all assignments and work hard to gain comprehension.
At the Beginning of Class...
- Say Hello!
- Set Homework on upper right corner of desk
- Prepare other necessary materials (sharpen pencil, etc.)
- Silently complete bell ringer
- Wait for me to begin class (If you have a question, write it down and hold onto it, raise your hand, and wait for me to call on you after attendance and other tasks are completed.)
During the Lesson...
- Take Proper Notes -- Notes should include lesson topic, date and name in upper right corner. Notes should not be a written script of class, but a shorthand tool for you to understand and remember new concepts.
- Listen to and Follow Directions -- Directions should not have to be repeated.
- Stay Focused -- There will be time for short breaks occasionally, but take them only when directed.
- Speak Up! -- If I am going too fast, please tell me and I will adjust! Do not be afraid to ask questions, politely request a change of pace, or ask that a concept be explained in a different way.
- Remain Seated -- As stated before, unless otherwise directed, you should remain in your seat throughout class.
- Ask Before Leaving -- If you need to use the restroom, raise your hand and ask politely. Then, turn in one of your allotted restroom passes, sign out and exit silently.
During Work Sessions...
- Silence -- You should be working silently unless otherwise directed.
- Partner/Group Work -- You may work in pairs or small groups when directed to or given special permission by Miss Blum.
- Help One Another -- This does NOT mean giving others the answers.
- Ask 3 Before Me
- Raise Your Hand -- Do not follow me around the room - I will come to you!
- Clean up -- Leave your area straighter and cleaner than the way you found it.
What You Can Expect:
- Expect to write every day. Whether it be a short reflection essay, a quick bell ringer, or a journal entry, you can expect to write something every day. Also, answers must be given in complete sentences unless given specific permission to answer in one-word or phrase form.
- I will try to allow time to begin your homework at the end of class, but do NOT rely on this time to complete assignments. This work time is earned by good behavior and ability to complete the day's lesson on time/early.
- I will give clear expectations for assignments with rubrics for major projects.
- Informative feedback will be given on all written assignments/essays to help you improve. Because I am taking the time to help you individually, I expect you to take the time to read these comments and reflect on how you can improve.
-------OTHER POLICIES-------
Homework
- This is your chance to check your understanding of new concepts and practice what we cover in class.
- Homework is due the day after it is assigned unless otherwise directed.
- Most homework assignments will be graded for completion. I expect a solid effort on every assignment. If proper attempts are not being made on homework assignments, they will be graded for correctness. (You will receive a warning if this change occurs.)
- Take pride in your work! Cross-outs, scribbles, and poor quality of an assignment may result in point deductions on an otherwise well-completed assignment.
- All assignments should be written in your planner.
Late Work
- Assignments incomplete at the beginning of class are considered late. All Assignments are expected to be completed, whether on time or late.
- 10% deduction per day late up to the 5th day. After 5 days, the assignment is worth 50%. (50% is better than a zero!)
Absent Work
*Exception = Long-term projects. These deadlines are announced well in advance and are expected to be turned in on time regardless of absence.
- You have one day for every day of absence to complete and turn in assignments. This includes quizzes and tests. (ex: If you are sick or two days, you have two school days to hand in the missed work.)
- After your absent deadline, the late work policy will go into effect. (10% per day, see above)
*Exception = Long-term projects. These deadlines are announced well in advance and are expected to be turned in on time regardless of absence.
Grading
Points and percentages are averaged and correspond to letter grades as follows:
95-100% = A
93-94% = A-
91-92% = B+
87-90% = B
85-86% = B-
83-84% = C+
80-82% = C
78-79% = C-
76-77% = D+
72-75% = D
70-71% = D-
Below 70% = F
- Grades are based upon a percentage of correct answers over the total possible.
- Grades are a compilation of points based upon assignment completion, major projects, papers, tests, exams, quizzes, and class participation. (Participation does not simply mean always raising one's hand to answer, but also includes demonstrating active listening skills.)
Points and percentages are averaged and correspond to letter grades as follows:
95-100% = A
93-94% = A-
91-92% = B+
87-90% = B
85-86% = B-
83-84% = C+
80-82% = C
78-79% = C-
76-77% = D+
72-75% = D
70-71% = D-
Below 70% = F
See link below for a powerpoint version of the rules and expectations.
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junior_high_test_correction_policy.doc | |
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